Reviewed by: Mark Kharas (Cost: 4; Rating: 5)

Brasserie Perrier is by far my favorite place reviewed here, but it is on the pricey end, even for lunch. It is located on Walnut St. in Philadelphia in the theater district as well as right along several blocks of upscale shopping. The cuisine is contemporary French and is among the best European food I've had in Philadelphia. Unfortunately for vegetarians this isn't a good option as French food is unavoidably connected with meat or fish. They have a tempting price fixe menu for lunch which is what I tried, but I'd avoid it as the salad and creme brulee wasn't especially exciting, but the tuna that I ate, served medium rare, with baby bok choy and a bed of very well seasoned rice with a sauce was absolutely delicious. All the other main dishes that I watched being brought to other tables looked suitably wonderful. The restaurant also has a nice and extensive wine list, both by the glass and bottle. I'd therefore stick to wine and a main dish but skip the appetizers and desserts The interior is very classy and upscale without being comical or over-the-top like Tangerine. The wait staff is also very large, friendly, and experienced. When I informed them that I needed to be at a show in an hour my waiter made sure that all of my food arrived quickly and brought my check early so I could rush out the door. I received some of the best service I've had in Philadelphia at Brasserie Perrier.

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